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COVE DIANA 2026 Challenge Briefing
2025-06-24 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax)
Get expert guidance on the 2026 NATO DIANA Challenge from the COVE team—insights, tips, and how to make your application stand out.

Join the team at COVE for a virtual briefing on the upcoming 2026 NATO DIANA Challenge Call. This session is designed to equip innovators with the insights and strategies needed to navigate and succeed in the next round of the Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA).
Led by:🔹 Matt Clancey – Program Director🔹 Robyn Warrier – Program Manager🔹 Loren Bailey – Project Lead
What to Expect:• Overview of the DIANA Program (Phase 1 & Phase 2)• In-depth review of the 2026 Challenge themes• First-hand insights from a 2025 DIANA Innovator (special guest from COVE’s 2025 cohort)• Guidance on preparing a strong application• Tips for maximizing your DIANA experience• Live Q&A with the COVE team• Bonus: Book a 1-on-1 application review with a COVE program lead after the session
Who Should Attend:Deep tech innovators, dual-use solution developers, and organizations exploring opportunities in defence and security innovation through NATO DIANA.
Ready to compete on a global stage?Start here. Learn from experience. Ask your questions. And build your edge for DIANA 2026.
Reserve your spot now—spaces are limited.

OCEANS 2025 BREST
2025-06-16 - 2025-06-19 | Brest, France
OCEANS is the bi-annual event for global marine technologists, engineers, students, government officials, lawyers, and advocates who work in the marine field. The event gathers the best minds and skills in the industry to highlight relevant topics and trending technology, while creating a community of learners and influencers who consistently move the industry forward.

COVE Demo Day 2025
2025-06-12 10:00 - 15:00 | COVE, 27 Parker Street, Colin MacLean Hall, Colin MacLean Hall, Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4T5, Canada
COVE Demo Day 2025 is the premier event showcasing the latest commercial-ready advancements in marine technology, defence applications, and ocean innovation.
This is a unique opportunity to engage with global innovators, investors, and industry leaders, explore high-impact technologies, and identify strategic investment and partnership opportunities.
Why Attend?

Exclusive Technology Demonstrations – See first-hand the latest advancements in marine and dual-use defence technology
Insights from Industry & Government Leaders – Hear from experts on emerging trends, investment opportunities, and regulatory shifts
Strategic Networking – Connect with investors, corporate decision-makers, policymakers, and R&D leaders driving the future of marine technology

Who Should Attend?

Corporate Executives & Decision-Makers – Identify emerging technologies for strategic partnerships and acquisitions
Investors & Venture Capitalists – Access high-growth marine and defence startups with global market potential
Government & Policy Leaders – Engage with innovators shaping the future of defence and ocean sustainability
Technology & Research Leaders – Explore cutting-edge solutions and commercialization opportunities

H2O Conference
2025-06-10 - 2025-06-12 | Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 0E6, Canada
The Ocean Technology Council of Nova Scotia in partnership with the Government of Canada, the Province of Nova Scotia and COVE, is pleased to present the 10th Anniversary of the H2O: Home to Overseas Conference. The conference will take place on Tuesday, June 10 to Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at the Halifax Convention Centre, with the Demo Day on Thursday, June 12 at COVE.
The H2O conference offers opportunities to engage with local, national, and international ocean technology industries through exhibits, showcases, panel presentations, workshops, B2B meetings, and more. Explore the latest in technology as an enabler for aquaculture, clean energy for a sustainable ocean industry: building workforce capacity and readiness, eDNA, maritime security, offshore wind, international trends in blue tech ventures, and beyond.

The Ocean Decade | 2025 UN Ocean Conference
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-13 | Nice, France
The 2025 UN Ocean Conference, co-hosted by the Governments of France and Costa Rica, will take place from 9 to 13 June 2025 in Nice, France.
The 2025 UN Ocean Conference will be focused on “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean”. It will seek to support the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14 (SDG14), with three main priorities, to produce an ambitious Nice Ocean Action Plan:

Priority 1: Working towards completion of multilateral processes linked to the ocean
Priority 2: Mobilizing finance resources for the SDG14 and supporting the development of a sustainable blue economy
Priority 3: Strengthen and better disseminate knowledge linked to marine sciences to enhance policy-making

The Ocean Decade will be present and will play a key role in the Conference by hosting events and providing opportunities to put ocean science and knowledge at the heart of global ocean action.
As we reach the midway point of the Ocean Decade, this Conference is a pivotal moment to take stock of progress, showcase the impact of our network of endorsed Actions, and accelerate action toward delivering the science we need for the ocean we want.

One Ocean Science Congress
2025-06-03 - 2025-06-06 | Nice, France
The One Ocean Science Congress, organized by CNRS and IFREMER, will be held in Nice, France, from 3 to 6 June 2025. It is a UN Special Event serving as the scientific foundation of the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3).
This four-day congress will generate science-based outcomes and recommendations to support the global discussions at UNOC3. It will feature a mix of plenary sessions, including opening and keynote speeches, alongside parallel oral and poster presentations. To enhance interactions between science and society, action and policy, and to engage civil society more broadly, ‘townhalls’ such as panels and roundtables will also be arranged.

CANSEC 2025
2025-05-28 - 2025-05-29 | EY Centre, Ottawa, 4899 Uplands Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1V 2N6, Canada
CANSEC is Canada’s largest and most important defence, security, and emerging technology event, organized annually by the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries (CADSI). Taking place May 28–29, 2025, at the EY Centre in Ottawa, CANSEC brings together over 280 exhibitors showcasing the latest technologies and services across land, naval, aerospace, and joint forces domains. The event attracts more than 12,000 attendees, including senior military personnel, government officials, and international delegates. With more than 1,400 scheduled business-to-business and business-to-government meetings, CANSEC offers extensive networking opportunities for professionals looking to collaborate and form strategic partnerships.
Attendance is exclusive to CADSI members, public servants, military personnel, registered media, and representatives from allied nations. CANSEC continues to be a key destination for anyone involved in the defence and security sectors to explore innovation, engage with decision-makers, and grow their networks.

Invest Canada '25
2025-05-27 - 2025-05-29 | Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, 136 8 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0K6, Canada
Invest Canada ’25 is Canada’s premier venture capital and private equity conference, hosted by the Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (CVCA). Taking place from May 27–29, 2025, at the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, this annual event brings together senior-level investors, capital allocators, and industry leaders from across Canada and around the world.
The conference offers a dynamic platform for networking, deal-making, and gaining actionable insights through keynote presentations, panel discussions, and tailored sessions. Attendees can expect to engage with influential figures in private capital, explore emerging trends, and discover strategic investment opportunities. The event also features an AI-powered conference app, launching a week prior, to facilitate early networking and meeting scheduling.
With a history of consecutive sell-outs, Invest Canada ’25 is a must-attend for professionals seeking to connect with key players and stay ahead in the private capital landscape.

Web Summit 2025
2025-05-27 - 2025-05-30 | Vancouver Convention Centre (VCC), 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC, V6C 0C3, Canada
The first Web Summit technology conference in North America will take place in Vancouver in 2025. Web Summit organizes five major technology events worldwide. Its flagship event is held annually in Lisbon, while Collision in Toronto and the newly introduced Web Summit Vancouver are the company’s North American gatherings. Web Summit Rio, hosted in Rio de Janeiro, represents the South American region, Web Summit Qatar in Doha covers the Middle East, and RISE in Hong Kong serves as the Asian event.
As a global event series and network that connects world leaders and entrepreneurs, Web Summit aims to empower its staff and community to contribute toward a more sustainable future. The organization is committed to supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Founded in Dublin in 2009 by Paddy Cosgrave, Web Summit began as a small 150-person tech conference. Since then, it has grown to host over a million business professionals from across the globe. The flagship event, held every November in Lisbon, anchors a series of international conferences throughout the year, including Web Summit Rio, Web Summit Qatar, Collision, Web Summit Vancouver, and RISE.
Web Summit’s mission is to develop software that fosters meaningful connections among CEOs, founders, investors, media, politicians, and cultural leaders driving global change.

Ambition 2035 Summit
2025-05-21 - 2025-05-23 | Delta Hotels Ottawa City Centre, 101 Lyon Street, North Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 5T9, Canada
The Ambition 2035 Summit is set to take place in Ottawa from May 21–23, 2025, bringing together key voices from across the ocean economy to accelerate Canada’s global competitiveness.
The Summit will explore the latest sector insights, research, and forward-thinking strategies—highlighting Canada’s most significant economic opportunities and fostering new partnerships for growth and innovation.
Session topics include:

Economic Productivity
Ocean-Space Technology Transfer
Cross-Border Collaboration
Supply Chain Diversification
Defense and Dual-Use
Scaling Ocean Companies
Smart Ocean Observation

Why Attend?

Engage in Focused Dialogues: Hear from leading experts on some of the biggest opportunities for the Canadian economy including energy transition, future of transport, sustainable seafood, ocean climate solutions, international collaboration, future of ocean workforce, and more.
Gain In-Depth Insights: Get exclusive insights and help shape implementation plans for strategies on Ocean AI, Blue Bioeconomy, Future of Workforce, Hydrogen, Arctic Ocean Innovation and beyond.
Explore Cutting-Edge Innovation and Ideas: Hear from high-potential, emerging ocean startups on their bold innovations.
Collaborate and Connect: Network in our dedicated collaboration spaces through 1-on-1 meetings and focused workshop opportunities.
Influence Policy: Engage with government decision-makers to advocate for supportive regulatory frameworks and increased focus on ocean economy.

Confirmed speakers include Kendra MacDonald, CEO of Canada’s Ocean Supercluster; John Risley, Chair of the Board of Directors of Canada’s Ocean Supercluster; Fred Olayele, Economist, Professor, and Innovation Strategy Leader; Cara Salci, Vice President, Strategy & Government Relations, Thales; Iain Klugman, CEO of NorthGuide; Ann Carpenter, CEO of Braid Theory; Shawn Kanunga, Keynote Speaker, Innovation Strategist, Author; Anya Waite, CEO and Scientific Direction of Ocean Frontier Institute; Mike Greenley, CEO of MDA Space; Leslie Canavera, CEO of PolArctic; Carl Gouldman, Director of the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS), NOAA/National Ocean Service; Shelley King, CEO of Natural Products Canada; Gina Pecore, CEO of Genoa Design; Eric Enno Tamm, CEO of ThisFish and many more.

XPONENTIAL 2025
2025-05-19 - 2025-05-22 | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
XPONENTIAL is the annual event which brings together global leaders and professionals in the unmanned systems and robotics industry. Providing opportunities to witness new technology, network, build relationships and problem solve through collaboration.
XPONENTIAL is where the industry’s greatest minds converge. Experience groundbreaking technology, gain strategic insights, and lend your perspective to set the trajectory for autonomy. Each layer of the plan depends on the unique perspective and skills of leaders in our community. That’s why the four core themes this year include: Infrastructure and Operations, Technical Research and Development, Data and Analytics, Cybersecurity and Policy and Regulations.
XPONENTIAL gathers global leaders and more than 8,500 experts to share their thoughts and experiences and help industry professionals navigate the rapid advancement of technology and constant change of regulations in today’s environment.
The conference program at XPONENTIAL brings together the most innovative leaders to propel the uncrewed industry forward. Each speaker is selected to help attendees gain context and intel on regulatory developments and technological advancements. This is your chance to be part of the conversations that influence design, integration, and policy.
The XPONENTIAL team curates sessions to support a wide range of job roles, experience levels, and market segments. The incredible talent, vision, and expertise within the AUVSI community make each learning opportunity possible.
Choose from a variety of learning formats:

Keynotes
Panel discussions
Targeted presentations
Fireside chats
Workshops
Demonstrations
Breakout discussions

Marine Innovation Day 2025
2025-05-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Karlskrona, Blekinge, Sweden, Sweden
Marine Innovation Day brings together industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers to explore the future of defense innovation within the marine environment. Through keynotes on global insights and valuable networking opportunities, the event fosters collaboration for a stronger, more resilient security landscape.
The Marine Technology Center of Sweden serves as an ecosystem connecting academia, industry, and public organizations. Based in the naval city of Karlskrona, Blekinge, its impact extends far beyond Sweden’s borders.
With a focus on offshore energy, defense and sustainable oceans, the Marine Technology Centre of Sweden enables a safe and green Europe.

10th Our Ocean Conference
2025-04-28 - 2025-04-30
The Republic of Korea will host the 10th Our Ocean Conference at BEXCO in Busan from April 28 – 30, 2025.
The 10th Our Ocean Conference will mark the 10th anniversary of the initiative and serve as a significant milestone in advancing global cooperation on sustainable ocean development. The event will provide a platform to discuss international collaboration and practical implementation strategies for key agreements shaping the future of the ocean, including the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) agreement and the UN Treaty on Plastic Pollution.
The conference will focus on innovative and inclusive initiatives that promote sustainable practices and aim to support the long-term coexistence and prosperity of both the ocean and humanity.

Ocean Connector: Driving Dual-Use Innovation in Subsea Robotics
2025-04-16 16:00 - 18:00 | COVE, 27 Parker Street, Colin MacLean Hall, Colin MacLean Hall, Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4T5, Canada
Join us at Ocean Connector to learn how the DIANA Accelerator is pushing the boundaries of dual-use innovation!

Join us on Wednesday, April 16th, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at COVE for an exclusive Ocean Connector event featuring UK-based subsea robotics company HonuWorx. As a DIANA cohort company and alumnus of the COVE and Innovate UK Ocean ScaleUp Accelerator Programme, HonuWorx will explain how the DIANA program is accelerating the development of its innovative subsea robotics solutions and creating impact across industries. Steve Williams, Head of Commercial at HonuWorx, will also share insights into their technology and its dual-use potential.
As an official NATO DIANA accelerator site, COVE plays a pivotal role in helping global innovators bring transformative solutions to market. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the DIANA program, discover the cutting-edge technologies emerging from HonuWorx, and engage directly with innovators shaping the future of marine and defence innovation.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the latest advancements in dual-use technology and see how COVE is accelerating global innovation.
Important Note: While Ocean Connector events are typically held on Thursdays, this one will take place on a Wednesday to accommodate the NATO DIANA cohort at COVE.

Oceans in Action 2025
2025-04-15 - 2025-04-17 | Mississippi Coast Convention Centre, 2350 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS, 39531, United States
The Oceans in Action 2025 Workshop is an in-person event showcasing marine science and technology research efforts along the Gulf Coast that evolve into operational missions worldwide. Building on the success of the larger OCEANS 2023 Conference, the workshop will feature presentations from locally based federal agencies, state-led initiatives, and high-tech companies. This year’s event will once again spotlight the outcomes of the Advanced Naval Technology Exercise (ANTX) vignettes conducted in the Gulf of Mexico in 2024. These vignettes, supported by the Department of the Navy, NOAA, USM, and LSU, highlight the testing of new technologies in operational scenarios.
Hosted by the Marine Technology Society’s Gulf Coast Section and the Mississippi Enterprise for Technology, the workshop will take place along the vibrant Mississippi Gulf Coast, offering numerous networking opportunities for marine science and technology companies. Attendees will have the chance to connect with a growing list of event partners.

MARELEC 2025
2025-04-09 - 2025-04-11 | National Oceanography Centre, University of Southampton Waterfront Campus European Way, Southampton, SO14 3ZH, United Kingdom
As the world’s only marine electromagnetic conference, MARELEC provides you with a unique opportunity to raise your profile, meet new buyers and increase sales, and strengthen business relationships in a face-to-face environment to a dedicated audience.
The MARELEC conference offers a unique chance for delegates from academic, industry, experimental and military backgrounds to meet. Cutting edge technologies and developments are presented by leading scientists, engineers and academics in the various disciplines of geophysics, geotechnical engineering, oceanography and naval warfare.
Presentations are supported by an exhibition and poster program, which offers the opportunity to discuss and strengthen the international network of marine electromagnetics.
MARELEC is co-located with Ocean Business, the hands-on ocean technology exhibition and training forum.

Ocean Business 2025
2025-04-08 - 2025-04-10 | Southampton UK, National Oceanography Centre, Southampton, United Kingdom
The hands-on ocean technology exhibition and training forum

Ocean Business 2025 is the global meeting place for ocean science and technology professionals.
Connect with thousands of the industry’s brightest minds and share ideas to help define the future of ocean technology.
From cutting-edge surveying innovation to the latest marine autonomous systems, you’ll find hundreds of solutions to transform your business in 2025 and beyond.

Undersea Defence Technology (UDT)
2025-03-25 - 2025-03-27 | NOVA Spektrum, Messeveien 8, 2001 Lillestrøm, Oslo, Norway
Undersea Defence Technology (UDT) is a multi-faceted three-day exhibition and conference that brings together key stakeholders from across Europe and beyond – reflecting the international interest and investment in undersea security and defensive solutions to enable the community’s desire for continuous learning and development.
Designed to equip nations to deal with an increasing diversity of threats and challenges, UDT brings together researchers, military end-users and professionals spanning the entire supply chain to evaluate, discuss and connect with like-minded peers to develop solutions, ranging from sub-sea to space.
Additionally, the technical conference program remains one of the biggest draws of UDT and continues to expand with new speakers, conference material, and the most comprehensive content to date.
With over 1,500 naval professionals across three theatres and a keynote theatre, UDT remains the leading global event dedicated to undersea defence technology. It brings together the largest gathering of professionals, industry leaders, and military experts to address ongoing issues in the naval industry. Conference speakers provide valuable insights into the technical themes set by the dedicated committee members.

2025 Canadian Naval Maintenance Symposium
2025-03-25 | Hôtel Mortagne, 1228 Rue Nobel, Boucherville, Quebec, J4B 5H1, Canada
The 2025 Canadian Naval Maintenance Symposium will bring together industry leaders, experts, and innovators to explore the critical role of maintenance and technological advancements in shaping the future of Canada’s shipbuilding sector.
Through insightful discussions, expert panels, and strategic insights, attendees will gain valuable knowledge on emerging trends, best practices, and innovative strategies to drive sustainable growth and competitiveness in the industry.

ShipTech Forum 2025
2025-02-25 | National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 5W1, Canada
The ShipTech Forum is a conference that is intended to showcase emerging technologies, address a range of marine and shipbuilding issues as well as ship repair and the advantages they provide for growth and export.
This event facilitates meaningful dialogue between industry, government and military so as to provide stakeholders with the knowledge and share lessons learned from a technological perspective with the aim to showcase successful investments in cutting-edge technologies.

Blue Innovation Symposium
2025-02-10 - 2025-02-13 | Wyndham Newport Hotel, 240 Aquidneck Middletown, Rhode Island, RI, 02842, United States
In 2025, the Blue Innovation Symposium, one of the premier Blue Economy events in the United States, will celebrate its 10th anniversary. The Symposium annually brings together over 400 participants for three days of education, networking, and matchmaking.

Ocean Connector: A Rising Tide of Innovation - Facility Tour at Enginuity
2025-02-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Private: Enginuity Inc., 264 Herring Cove Road, Halifax, NS, B3P 1M1, Canada
Enginuity Inc. is a creative engineering firm specializing in custom solutions for aerospace and defence, industrial marine, Industry 4.0 robotics, and product design. By bringing together discipline experts, they transform challenges into innovative successes.
Join COVE on Thursday, February 6th, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. AST, for an off-site Ocean Connector at Enginuity’s newly expanded facility. Explore their latest innovations and meet the experts driving some of the region’s most impactful ocean tech projects.
Click here to learn more about Enginuity.

Advancing Dual-Use Innovation with NATO DIANA
2025-01-16 15:30 - 19:00 | Private: Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, 1055 Marginal Road, Halifax, NS, B3H 4P7, Canada
Join COVE, part of the DIANA network, to explore dual-use innovation, connect with leaders, and shape the future of defence & civilian tech

Join us for an exclusive event to explore NATO DIANA and its pioneering approach to defence and civilian innovation. This gathering unites thought leaders, industry experts, and trailblazing innovators to highlight cutting-edge advancements, spark collaboration, and harness the transformative power of dual-use technologies.
Whether you are seeking fresh perspectives, strategic partnerships, or groundbreaking ideas, this gathering is your gateway to shaping the future of innovation. Discover how dual-use technologies are revolutionizing industries, connect with visionary professionals to create impactful collaborations, and gain actionable insights to stay at the forefront of a rapidly evolving world.
Dress: Business formal

AGU24
2024-12-09 - 2024-12-13 | Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, D.C., 20001
Each year, AGU’s annual meeting, the largest gathering of Earth and space scientists, convenes 25,000+ attendees from 100+ countries to share research and connect with friends and colleagues. Scientists, educators, policymakers, journalists and communicators attend AGU24 to better understand our planet and environment, opening pathways to discovery, opening greater awareness to address climate change, opening greater collaborations to lead to solutions and opening the fields and professions of science to a whole new age of justice equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

Ocean Connector: Accelerating Industry Collaboration and Innovation with Digital Harbour
2024-11-21 16:00 - 18:00 | COVE, 27 Parker Street, Colin MacLean Hall, Colin MacLean Hall, Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4T5, Canada
At February’s Ocean Connector event, COVE introduced the Digital Harbour project to the marine sector. Now, nearly 10 months later, the foundation has been laid, and phase one is approaching completion.
As we move forward, industry insights are essential to accelerate innovation, improve data sharing, and foster collaboration within the technology ecosystem.
Join us as Patrick LeClair, COVE’s Technical Project Manager for Digital Harbour, Shayla Fitzsimmons, Executive Director of CIOOS Atlantic, and Chris Whidden, DeepSense/COVE Digital Ocean Research Chair, share the latest developments on Digital Harbour’s progress.
Learn how this groundbreaking initiative is poised to make a significant impact on the marine sector and discover how you and your company can become involved in the next steps of the project.
Do not miss this chance to connect and help drive the future of digital transformation in marine technology!

Marine Renewables Canada 2024 Conference
2024-11-19 - 2024-11-21 | Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
Canada’s marine renewable energy industry is embarking on an exciting chapter. These upcoming years will be pivotal in ensuring our offshore wind, tidal, wave, and river current resources play a major role in achieving net zero goals and building the blue economy.
This year, Marine Renewables Canada’s 2024 Conference will set the stage for how we can build this new industry in Canada and continue working towards establishing a thriving marine renewable energy sector for generations to come. Over two days, industry leaders and experts will provide insight into market opportunities, current industry activity and progress, and work underway to enable sector growth.
Conference Registration Options & Rates
The 2024 conference offers various participation options: delegate (member and non-member), student, exhibitor, and speaker (only available to confirmed speakers). Conference delegate, student, and speaker registrations include access to all conference sessions, keynotes, welcome reception, refreshment breaks, and lunches. Additional side events and workshops may be extra or exclusive to MRC members only.

Blue Venture Investment Summit
2024-11-13 08:00 - 19:00 | Ocean Gateway, Portland, ME
Join the Blue Venture Forum and Gulf of Maine Ventures for the Blue Venture Investment Summit on November 13th at the Ocean Gateway in Portland, Maine.
This investor-focused program is expected to draw a diverse audience of local and regional investors, founders, corporations, and NGOs with a keen interest in the blue economy. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to connect with leading blue tech investors, founders, and key ecosystem participants.
This year’s summit will focus on emerging opportunities and challenges in ocean data and artificial intelligence, alongside discussions about broader market conditions. The program will feature:

A high-level summary of recent investment activity in the blue economy
Four substantive panels led by industry experts
Flash talks from innovative startup companies
Valuable networking and connection opportunities

Attendees will gain valuable insights into the major trends shaping blue economy investment, with a spotlight on how Maine is fostering the growth of the blue economy in Northern New England and beyond.

Rostock Ocean Convention x HYDRO 2024
2024-11-05 - 2024-11-07 | Yachthafenresidenz Hohe Düne Am Yachthafen 1 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde
On behalf of the International Federation of Hydrographic Societies (IFHS) the German Hydrographic Society (DHyG) will host the international hydrographic conference and exhibition HYDRO 2024 from 5 – 7 November 2024.
The three-day conference will feature engaging presentations on key industry topics, with a maximum of two parallel sessions to encourage participation. Attendees can explore an exhibition with global manufacturers, boat demos, workshops, and hands-on training.
There will be a packed program of around 50 high quality presentations in 15 lecture sessions which will present a wide range of current developments in hydrography.

Ocean Energy Europe 2024
2024-11-05 - 2024-11-06 | MacDonald Resort, Cairngorms National Park, United Kingdom
The annual Ocean Energy Europe Conference & Exhibition is the meeting point for the whole ocean energy sector.
Network, raise your profile and learn about the latest industry developments via the programme.
Why attend?

Join the ocean energy sector in Aviemore for two days of everything ocean energy!

Connect with clients, colleagues and competitors.
Get the latest insights, news and information via our conference programme.
Network: OEE2024 is a chance to unplug and connect with the sector.
Two days, more than 60 speakers in our conference programme.
Delegates from over 40 countries represented in the last edition.
Exhibitors: technology developers, utilities, project developers, supply chain, regional and national government agencies, trade associations, universities and more. All in one place!

COVE Open House
2024-10-26 11:00 - 14:00 | COVE, 27 Parker Street, Colin MacLean Hall, Colin MacLean Hall, Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4T5, Canada
Join COVE for a day of discovery and fun!
Dive into the exciting world of marine technology at COVE’s Public Open House.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 26, and experience a unique event highlighting the latest in marine innovation. Explore how Nova Scotia is at the forefront of this thriving industry, meet the visionaries driving groundbreaking advancements, and take an exclusive tour of COVE’s cutting-edge facility.
Enjoy a fun-filled day with interactive trivia, guided tours, a touch tank from the Back to the Sea Society, and more!
